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Friday, 13 June 2014

Who doesn't love a tag? Exactly :) With the sun shining like it has been the last week or so, what better time for this summer tag... Let's crack on!

Favourite thing about summer?
Visiting the seaside and having a paddle :) I also love being able to dry clothes on the washing line when it's warm! #ThinkImGettingOld

Favourite music for summer?
The latest chooons are always good but I do love a bit of reggae type music when the sun is out too.

Do you have any plans this summer?
We're going to host a family BBQ for the first time this year as we now have a nice size garden and I'm sure we'll go to the beach a few times but our main focus will be putting money aside for our holiday to Crete in September.. 10 nights in a boutique hotel, owww yeeeaahhhh :)

Your go-to nail polish for summer?
I tend to wear pink on my nails a lot more in the summer.. and glittery colours.. Nothing dark.

Favourite make up look for summer?
If it's really really hot, I won't wear any at all. If it's not going to drip off my face I'll wear minimal.. Foundation, mascara and lipstick. I'm far from being one of these girls that couldn't leave the house without
make up on.. I mean I do prefer myself and feel more confident when I've got make up on but it's not the end of the world, there are a
lot more important things to worry about and half the time I just cannot be arsed.

Favourite summer scent?
"Pacha - Psicodelic" It's the one smell I've stuck to through the last 5 summers, I got it when Aaron and I went to Ibiza and you can only get it abroad so whenever I know someone going, I get them to get it for me as I larrrrve it. It's a very sweet cherry scent.. I hate cherries so you'd think I'd automatically hate it but I couldn't! :)

Favourite thing to wear on your feet?
Got to be flip flips! I'm always wandering round the house/garden barefoot so a comfy pair of flip flips is perfect for me.

Hair up or down for summer?
Up! Anyone that has long and very, very thick hair will know what I'm on about when I say that having your hair down is like wearing a scarf in the summer!! Sweaty neck, eurgh! No ta! I'd much prefer to have my hair in a pony tail with my side fringe bits down at the front :)

Do you tan or burn?
Burn :( I put factor 50 on the other day at my mums (was my nieces! I'd usually wear factor 30 though) and I STILL had sunburn! What the actual?! Even when I put sun stuff on and don't burn, I don't really get any colour still.. I don't really mind I just wish I didn't burn so easily!!

Favourite summer drink?
Apple and blackcurrant squash.. I drink so much of it when it's warm, sugar free of course :) Or Monster Zero - its syn free ;)

Favourite thing to eat when it's hot?
Olives! I love me some olives. I've really been enjoying salads in this hot weather since starting Slimming World too.. Can't be doing with any gravy dinners in this heat that's for sure.

Have you done a summer tag? Let me know! xxx

1. What's your favourite thing about Summer?

It has to be the weather! Waking up and knowing it's going to be a warm
day without a cloud in the sky! The sun shining is an instant happiness
boost for me.

2. Do you have a favourite Summer drink?

If
it's a warm summers day and I'm in about out of the garden - reading
and sunbathing generally, I like to make up a batch of Lipton Lemon Ice
Tea in a big jug with ice and keep it in the fridge. If you are lucky
and have a world food aisle in your local Tesco you should definitely
try it! I also love making a fruit smoothie in the morning for breakfast
and sitting in the garden to drink it.

3. Is there a location you like to go to each Summer?

I
love going to the beach in summer for a picnic/BBQ though it's always
way more crowded than I imagine. But Barbecues in my garden is the thing
I love the most!

4. Favourite makeup look for Summer?

I
don't really change my makeup too much with each season. But for warm
days I like to do a simple winged eye and a bold lip or stain depending
on how warm it is. I discovered for hot days a good lip stain is my best
friend for looking still made up even after my eyes have gone a little
smudged.

5. Dresses or skirts?

Pretty summer dresses all the way! I love skirts with black tights in
winter but as soon as summer comes along I love wearing comfortable
above the knee dresses (mainly from Primark as they always have so many
lovely ones).

6. Sandals or ballet pumps?

Since
discovering Melissa ballet pumps (which literally are indestructible
and waterproof!) I wear them all year round - I have 6+ pairs now. So I
continue to wear them come summer but I do love sandals especially with
dresses and on holiday they are a must.

7. Do you prefer to wear your hair up or down for Summer?

Most
days I'm lazy and stick my hair up in a high messy bun but if I take
the time to straighten my hair or curl it with my Babyliss Conical Wand I
do prefer how it looks.

8. Deep smokey eyes or bold lips?

I always find a bold lip much easier even if it takes some maintenance
during the day. I also feel like I don't wear bold lipsticks enough any
other part of the year so I love delving into my lipstick drawer and
deciding what I'm going to use. I love both Kiko and Clarins for super
pigmented but hydrating lipsticks!

9. Favourite perfume for Summer?

I
love, love, love wearing pretty floral and fruity perfumes in summer,
even if the bees are attracted to me! My absolute favourite for the past
two years has been Vera Wang Princess - such a creamy floral vanilla
scent that is perfectly summery.

10. Last but not least, favourite music for Summer?

Ohh, this is a tough one as I don't really think my music tastes change
throughout the year. If I'm in a super happy mood, which is generally
when it's a sunny day and I'm getting ready, I listen to a 90's playlist
on Spotify - Savage Garden, Green Day, Alanis Morissette etc! But it's
generally what's in the charts... do the charts even exist these days?
Currently loving Happy by Pharrell, All of Me by John Legend and anything by Bastille.

- See more at:
http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2014/06/the-summer-tag.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+co%2FXRuB+%28Makeup+Savvy%29#sthash.bIy7Iz9q.dpuf

1. What's your favourite thing about Summer?

It has to be the weather! Waking up and knowing it's going to be a warm
day without a cloud in the sky! The sun shining is an instant happiness
boost for me.

2. Do you have a favourite Summer drink?

If
it's a warm summers day and I'm in about out of the garden - reading
and sunbathing generally, I like to make up a batch of Lipton Lemon Ice
Tea in a big jug with ice and keep it in the fridge. If you are lucky
and have a world food aisle in your local Tesco you should definitely
try it! I also love making a fruit smoothie in the morning for breakfast
and sitting in the garden to drink it.

3. Is there a location you like to go to each Summer?

I
love going to the beach in summer for a picnic/BBQ though it's always
way more crowded than I imagine. But Barbecues in my garden is the thing
I love the most!

4. Favourite makeup look for Summer?

I
don't really change my makeup too much with each season. But for warm
days I like to do a simple winged eye and a bold lip or stain depending
on how warm it is. I discovered for hot days a good lip stain is my best
friend for looking still made up even after my eyes have gone a little
smudged.

5. Dresses or skirts?

Pretty summer dresses all the way! I love skirts with black tights in
winter but as soon as summer comes along I love wearing comfortable
above the knee dresses (mainly from Primark as they always have so many
lovely ones).

6. Sandals or ballet pumps?

Since
discovering Melissa ballet pumps (which literally are indestructible
and waterproof!) I wear them all year round - I have 6+ pairs now. So I
continue to wear them come summer but I do love sandals especially with
dresses and on holiday they are a must.

7. Do you prefer to wear your hair up or down for Summer?

Most
days I'm lazy and stick my hair up in a high messy bun but if I take
the time to straighten my hair or curl it with my Babyliss Conical Wand I
do prefer how it looks.

8. Deep smokey eyes or bold lips?

I always find a bold lip much easier even if it takes some maintenance
during the day. I also feel like I don't wear bold lipsticks enough any
other part of the year so I love delving into my lipstick drawer and
deciding what I'm going to use. I love both Kiko and Clarins for super
pigmented but hydrating lipsticks!

9. Favourite perfume for Summer?

I
love, love, love wearing pretty floral and fruity perfumes in summer,
even if the bees are attracted to me! My absolute favourite for the past
two years has been Vera Wang Princess - such a creamy floral vanilla
scent that is perfectly summery.

10. Last but not least, favourite music for Summer?

Ohh, this is a tough one as I don't really think my music tastes change
throughout the year. If I'm in a super happy mood, which is generally
when it's a sunny day and I'm getting ready, I listen to a 90's playlist
on Spotify - Savage Garden, Green Day, Alanis Morissette etc! But it's
generally what's in the charts... do the charts even exist these days?
Currently loving Happy by Pharrell, All of Me by John Legend and anything by Bastille.

- See more at:
http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2014/06/the-summer-tag.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+co%2FXRuB+%28Makeup+Savvy%29#sthash.bIy7Iz9q.dpuf

1. What's your favourite thing about Summer?

It has to be the weather! Waking up and knowing it's going to be a warm
day without a cloud in the sky! The sun shining is an instant happiness
boost for me.

2. Do you have a favourite Summer drink?

If
it's a warm summers day and I'm in about out of the garden - reading
and sunbathing generally, I like to make up a batch of Lipton Lemon Ice
Tea in a big jug with ice and keep it in the fridge. If you are lucky
and have a world food aisle in your local Tesco you should definitely
try it! I also love making a fruit smoothie in the morning for breakfast
and sitting in the garden to drink it.

3. Is there a location you like to go to each Summer?

I
love going to the beach in summer for a picnic/BBQ though it's always
way more crowded than I imagine. But Barbecues in my garden is the thing
I love the most!

4. Favourite makeup look for Summer?

I
don't really change my makeup too much with each season. But for warm
days I like to do a simple winged eye and a bold lip or stain depending
on how warm it is. I discovered for hot days a good lip stain is my best
friend for looking still made up even after my eyes have gone a little
smudged.

5. Dresses or skirts?

Pretty summer dresses all the way! I love skirts with black tights in
winter but as soon as summer comes along I love wearing comfortable
above the knee dresses (mainly from Primark as they always have so many
lovely ones).

6. Sandals or ballet pumps?

Since
discovering Melissa ballet pumps (which literally are indestructible
and waterproof!) I wear them all year round - I have 6+ pairs now. So I
continue to wear them come summer but I do love sandals especially with
dresses and on holiday they are a must.

7. Do you prefer to wear your hair up or down for Summer?

Most
days I'm lazy and stick my hair up in a high messy bun but if I take
the time to straighten my hair or curl it with my Babyliss Conical Wand I
do prefer how it looks.

8. Deep smokey eyes or bold lips?

I always find a bold lip much easier even if it takes some maintenance
during the day. I also feel like I don't wear bold lipsticks enough any
other part of the year so I love delving into my lipstick drawer and
deciding what I'm going to use. I love both Kiko and Clarins for super
pigmented but hydrating lipsticks!

9. Favourite perfume for Summer?

I
love, love, love wearing pretty floral and fruity perfumes in summer,
even if the bees are attracted to me! My absolute favourite for the past
two years has been Vera Wang Princess - such a creamy floral vanilla
scent that is perfectly summery.

10. Last but not least, favourite music for Summer?

Ohh, this is a tough one as I don't really think my music tastes change
throughout the year. If I'm in a super happy mood, which is generally
when it's a sunny day and I'm getting ready, I listen to a 90's playlist
on Spotify - Savage Garden, Green Day, Alanis Morissette etc! But it's
generally what's in the charts... do the charts even exist these days?
Currently loving Happy by Pharrell, All of Me by John Legend and anything by Bastille.

- See more at:
http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2014/06/the-summer-tag.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+co%2FXRuB+%28Makeup+Savvy%29#sthash.bIy7Iz9q.dpuf

1. What's your favourite thing about Summer?

It has to be the weather! Waking up and knowing it's going to be a warm
day without a cloud in the sky! The sun shining is an instant happiness
boost for me.

2. Do you have a favourite Summer drink?

If
it's a warm summers day and I'm in about out of the garden - reading
and sunbathing generally, I like to make up a batch of Lipton Lemon Ice
Tea in a big jug with ice and keep it in the fridge. If you are lucky
and have a world food aisle in your local Tesco you should definitely
try it! I also love making a fruit smoothie in the morning for breakfast
and sitting in the garden to drink it.

3. Is there a location you like to go to each Summer?

I
love going to the beach in summer for a picnic/BBQ though it's always
way more crowded than I imagine. But Barbecues in my garden is the thing
I love the most!

4. Favourite makeup look for Summer?

I
don't really change my makeup too much with each season. But for warm
days I like to do a simple winged eye and a bold lip or stain depending
on how warm it is. I discovered for hot days a good lip stain is my best
friend for looking still made up even after my eyes have gone a little
smudged.

5. Dresses or skirts?

Pretty summer dresses all the way! I love skirts with black tights in
winter but as soon as summer comes along I love wearing comfortable
above the knee dresses (mainly from Primark as they always have so many
lovely ones).

6. Sandals or ballet pumps?

Since
discovering Melissa ballet pumps (which literally are indestructible
and waterproof!) I wear them all year round - I have 6+ pairs now. So I
continue to wear them come summer but I do love sandals especially with
dresses and on holiday they are a must.

7. Do you prefer to wear your hair up or down for Summer?

Most
days I'm lazy and stick my hair up in a high messy bun but if I take
the time to straighten my hair or curl it with my Babyliss Conical Wand I
do prefer how it looks.

8. Deep smokey eyes or bold lips?

I always find a bold lip much easier even if it takes some maintenance
during the day. I also feel like I don't wear bold lipsticks enough any
other part of the year so I love delving into my lipstick drawer and
deciding what I'm going to use. I love both Kiko and Clarins for super
pigmented but hydrating lipsticks!

9. Favourite perfume for Summer?

I
love, love, love wearing pretty floral and fruity perfumes in summer,
even if the bees are attracted to me! My absolute favourite for the past
two years has been Vera Wang Princess - such a creamy floral vanilla
scent that is perfectly summery.

10. Last but not least, favourite music for Summer?

Ohh, this is a tough one as I don't really think my music tastes change
throughout the year. If I'm in a super happy mood, which is generally
when it's a sunny day and I'm getting ready, I listen to a 90's playlist
on Spotify - Savage Garden, Green Day, Alanis Morissette etc! But it's
generally what's in the charts... do the charts even exist these days?
Currently loving Happy by Pharrell, All of Me by John Legend and anything by Bastille.

- See more at:
http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2014/06/the-summer-tag.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+co%2FXRuB+%28Makeup+Savvy%29#sthash.bIy7Iz9q.dpuf

Tuesday, 10 June 2014

Our kitties are just over a year old and up until last weekend had always been house cats. This is because where we used to live was on a busy round in the middle of a town and far too dangerous for kitties to be running around.. Plus we had a much bigger house (3 storey town house) so they had plenty of room to run around. A couple of months ago we moved back to our home town on a nice quiet housing estate but had to compromise on size as our home town is so much more expensive. With the new place being considerably smaller, having a nice garden and being in a quieter area, we knew it was time to let the little munchkins out.

I'd read that when you move you shouldn't let cats our for a couple of months so they can get used to their new home and stuff so in this time we had Vinnie castrated (Chester got done last year) - he hadn't been done before because he's on daily meds as his immune system attacks itself - but the vets said it would be fine as long as he had extra medication before/after. We also got both Vinnie and Chester microchipped and they had their vaccinations.

Vinnie

We were so nervous about letting them out for the first time as we didn't know what they'd do - if they'd just do a runner or not! We'd been advised to let them out hungry so we did.. They were a bit cautious at first but were soon chasing flies, rolling around on the patio and doing funny walks on the grass - lifting their paws up really high as they walked lol.. So funny to watch! Today was the 4th day of them being allowed out (they come in when it starts to get dark, we don't want them out at night) and they still haven't left the garden yet! We do have a 6ft fence right the way round it but I'd have thought they'd have jumped onto the BBQ then onto the shed to get up but they haven't so far..

Chester

They both seem so much happier now which makes us happy. I'd love if they never left the garden as it means they'll always be safe but I'm not counting my chickens! I don't think either of them would go very far though as they're very in and out and such soppy little home boddies! I love our little munchkins so much and wouldn't change a hair on their super cute little faces :) xxx

Thursday, 5 June 2014

I think it's really important to celebrate and reward each milestone during weight loss. I never thought of doing this until I joined my local Slimming World group and learned that at each half stone you are awarded a certificate and every time you get slimmer of the week it's celebrated too.. It got me thinking about how I can personally reward myself - it will give me something to aim for, push myself towards and look forward to if I do.

1 stone.£30 to spend in The Body Shop... I also have a voucher so in theory I'll get more than £30 worth too ;) I love the products I have tried from there and have a list of things I'd really like to try but I never seem to end up going in (no idea why!) so thought this would be the perfect opportunity to treat myself.

2 stone.£50 to spend in Boots/Superdrug on beauty products. I like me some make ups, I love trying new things but haven't for a while now so this will be good. I also have around £15 on my Boots card so will use that then too. I'd like to try some new mascaras and buy some nice bath products for the rare occasion that I'll decide against a shower, light some candles and properly relax in the tub.

3 stone/end target.
If I get to 3 stone and want to stop then my reward will be a shopping spree for new clothes either at Lakeside or in London for the weekend with my mum, with no price limit. Part of me thinks 3 stone won't quite be enough so if this is the case, I'll set a new target. The shopping spree is my reward for my end target. My 3 stone reward if I keep going will be a tattoo. I have a star on my forearm that I really dislike because it's plain so I'd like to add to that and make it look more feminine and pretty.